All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.
Guide to income tax and benefits: 2022 tax year
With taxes due on April 30, 2023 (extended to May 1, 2023 because April 30 is a Sunday), the Alzheimer Society of B.C. has prepared our annual guide to income tax and benefits to provide some basic tips that may be useful for people living with dementia and their caregivers.

An exclusive Alzheimer Society conversation with the director of the Academy-Award nominated film, The Father
Florian Zeller’s film, The Father, follows a person’s journey with dementia openly revealing his challenges, emotions, disorientation and resilience throughout the progression and acceptance of his condition.
The Father is in theatres now and will be available on digital and on-demand this Friday, March 26.

Partner with Clark Wilson LLP discusses legal and health-care planning for people living with dementia in upcoming webinar
Upcoming webinar will talk about steps you can take now to ensure your legal, health-care and financial wishes are communicated, heard and respected later on.

Webinar video: Long-term care and COVID
This January, we hosted a special webinar on the impact of COVID-19 on people living with dementia in long-term care. Couldn't join us on the day? You can still watch the video and learn more about issues facing families in B.C.


Island community leaders unite to support people affected by dementia at Breakfast to Remember
Critical Alzheimer Society of B.C. fundraiser is led by volunteers close to the cause

Driving forward change: Medical director looks to new opportunities in dementia research and treatment in B.C.
Dr. Alexandre Henri-Bhargava shares insight into local innovation in dementia research at our exclusive Breakfast to Remember research event.

Learn strategies for family dynamics in dementia caregiving
As a caregiver, 'drawing the line’ with family members can be uncomfortable and difficult, especially when there are conflicting perceptions of what the best care is for the person living with dementia.

Dementia in the Days of COVID-19: Jim's story
Jim Mann, a longtime advocate and member of the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s Advisory Group of People Living with Dementia, shines a light on the lesser-known impacts of COVID-19 on people living with dementia.

Astronaut Chris Hadfield to speak at virtual breakfast event to raise funds for people affected by dementia
